Hi, everyone. To those of you who have followed me for a long time, thank you. To those of you who are new to my blog, welcome.
As you may have noticed, my blog took an unexpected hiatus when my mom was diagnosed with cancer and passed away last year. I did not feel the strength or desire to continue, neither here, nor on Instagram, but she loved the blog. It was something that we did together and something that gave her joy, so I’m trying to get back into it, slowly, but hopefully, in a more continuous way.
Too ease back into it, I felt that the perfect occasion would be with the lovely blessing on my Instagram friend, Lissette Abreu, owner of Casa Cristalle, a treasure gift shop in Palm Beach that offers a delightful selection of vintage and current china patterns, stemware, flatware, silver, and lovely gifts. Be sure to follow Casa Cristalle on Instagram here!
Since her store is decorated exquisitely in pale blue, I knew I wanted to wear that color to honor the hostess and the store, and as soon as I saw this dress, I felt that it was “it”!
I styled it with a massive Swarovski crystal-studded flower brooch, and complementary Jay Strongwater earrings (originally pins!), as well as a trellis-style cuff bracelet and gold Ralph Lauren Collection sandals. I also shortened the shoulder strap of my Kate YSL handbag, and wore a solid, pale blue coat by Agnona that I absolutely love! The perfect sunglasses were by Swarovski Atelier, and I couldn’t believe they were the exact shade of blue and had a golden crystal just like the brooch! What a lucky pairing!
Thanks to Google lens, I have been able to find the same or very similar pieces, so be sure to check the links below. As you will see, the dress is from the current collection of Aqua at Bloomingdale’s, and it’s currently on sale!
I really hope you like the outfit and, again, thank you for following me during the worst time of my life.
You can see how I styled this coat before here.
- Collared Overcoat: Agnona
- Brocade Jacquard Dress: Aqua; Bloomingdale’s
- Metallic Sandals: Ralph Lauren Collection
- Rhinestones Flower Brooch: Vintage
- Handbag: Saint Laurent, YSL, Kate Tassel
- Swarovski Crystal Earrings: Jay Strongwater push pins that I converted to earrings
- Bracelet: Gold
- Ring: Gold, diamonds, and yellow citrine
- Gold and Diamond Watch: Cartier, Le Panthere
- Sunglasses: Swarovski Atelier
As usual, I have linked the same (or very similar!) pieces to the ones I am wearing at the end of the post!
By the way, don’t forget that you can always visit the archived gallery to my old blog! You can click here to view it!
You also can shop same (or very similar pieces!) at a variety of price points by clicking on the links next to each item! When you do, I receive a small commission for helping you shop.
The Overcoat:
The Party Dress:
The Massive Brooch:
The Sandals:
The Handbag:
The Jewelry:
The Sunglasses:
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